Portfolio director jobs in Ilford

We have an exciting opportunity to work for a rapidly growing bookkeeping and management consultancy company with an extensive portfolio of clients from different company sizes. We are looking for a full-time office/business support manager with a strong financial and bookkeeping skill set to look after both, the general accounting and financial management of the business as well as the day-to-day tasks of managing a busy consultation company. These will be the core tasks but it will also mean carrying out general office manager tasks. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of other office staff members. You will be expected to thrive from having a varied workload and being happy to assist in other financial and non-financial duties as required. Strong organisational skills are essential for this role as well as a willingness to work towards the company's rapid growth. The role: Specific activities will include (but not be restricted to) - Developing and implementing financial and operational strategies to optimize profitability, and efficiency, and support company objectives. - Planning work schedules, delegating responsibilities and assigning tasks effectively. - Managing correspondence and inquiries related to accounting records, financial position and sales data. - Ensuring that the latest version of policies and standards are approved before effectively publishing these. - Ensuring administration and departmental activities are in line with the latest standards. - Planning, organising and coordinating activities and resources across other offices, including preparing and managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports with accuracy and timeliness. - Conducting thorough analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. - Monitoring cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance metrics, providing actionable recommendations. - Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions to ensure efficiency and compliance. - Manage relationships with external stakeholders. - Lead and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growth, - Controlling purchases, managing purchase orders, and overseeing invoice management and bank reconciliation. - Liaise with team members to provide accurate cost information, assist in quotation preparation, - Recording and monitoring office expenditure and budget management, including expense management, petty cash, and staff overtime. - Assist the Director and Senior Management Team in all high-level financial management and decision-making. Personal Profile and Essential Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; - Proven experience (5+ years) in a management role, - Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively. - Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting tools - Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. - Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. - Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and achieving business objectives. - High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards. - Highly organised, and commercially responsible, able to manage sensitive data confidentially. - Excellent administration and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail. - Flexible working attitude, with a can-do team player approach. - Proficient in MS Office applications. - Must be proficient in the use of Xero accounting for both data entry and analysis and bookkeeping. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) Education: Diploma of Higher Education (required) Experience: Management, 5 years (required) Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 29/03/2024

Job Purpose: GLOBAL TECH TEAM LTD is seeking a talented Designer (Advertising) to join our team. The Designer (Advertising) will work on a variety of projects for our clients, creating visual designs and concepts for advertising campaigns across various media platforms such as print, digital, and social media. The Designer (Advertising) will be responsible for producing high-quality visual content that effectively communicates the message of the advertising campaign to the target audience. ** Duties & Responsibilities:** Ø Collaborate with the creative team, copywriters, and account managers to develop concepts, layouts, and designs that meet the needs of the client and the goals of the campaign Ø Use expertise in typography, color theory, composition, and layout to create visually appealing designs that capture the attention of the audience and communicate the message of the campaign Ø Present concepts and designs to clients and make revisions based on feedback Ø Stay up-to-date with current design trends, technology, and techniques to ensure that designs are innovative, effective, and impactful Ø Collaborate with managing director to understand business needs, processes, and requirements. Ø Conduct analysis and create documentation of business requirements and technical specifications. Ø Evaluate technology solutions to ensure they meet business requirements and comply with best practices. ** Qualifications & Requirements:** Ø Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, IT, Marketing or related field. Ø 1+ years of experience in advertising design or related field. Ø Strong portfolio showcasing advertising design work across various media platforms Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ø Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously ** Skills:** Creativity, Artistic ability, and Project management skills Hierarchy Rank: Second and reporting to the Director. ** Salary:** £21,000.00 per annum. ** Contracted Hours:** 37.5 hours per week.